Looking for something to do with that Ground Turkey? Here are 25 healthy turkey recipes that are sure to fit in with your meal planning!
One of my best secrets to long term weight loss is keeping a well-stocked refrigerator with healthy, versatile ingredients. Ground turkey is a perfect example: easy to find, affordable, low calorie, and high in protein – I love keeping a pound or two on hand in the refrigerator for weeknight meals.
Mild tasting on its own, it’s easy to transform into a wide variety of dishes – from Mexican tacos to Italian pasta to Asian lettuce cups. You can easily take a recipe that uses ground beef, like my Ground Beef Taco Salad Bowls, and use ground turkey instead! Or simply follow one of these 25 healthy ground turkey recipes to have an easy and delicious meal in no time.
Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, check out this list to give your meal prep a head start! I’ve included options for every diet preference, including gluten-free and dairy-free!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ground turkey healthy for weight loss?
Ground turkey is often considered a healthier option than ground beef for weight loss. This is because it is still high in protein, while being lower in fat and calories.
What seasonings to put on ground turkey?
The classic salt and pepper is always a must, but then depending on the cuisine and recipe you’re making, you can also season with cayenne, cumin, chili powder, garlic or onion powder, and herbs!
How many people does 1 pound of ground turkey feed?
1 pound of ground turkey will usually feed 4 people, or 5 if you’re feeding littles.
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25 Healthy Ground Turkey Recipes
Ground Turkey and Zucchini with Indian Spices
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A fast and healthy weeknight dinner recipe, ground turkey is sauteed with seasonal vegetables and simmered in a fragrant Indian spiced tomato sauce.
Easy Healthy Cauliflower Nachos Recipe with Ground Turkey Taco Meat
For the best healthy nachos recipe, make cheesy cauliflower nachos with ground turkey taco meat! They are so easy to make, with just 15 minutes prep and simple, common ingredients.
A lighter version of the Italian classic, this turkey bolognese has all of the rich, meaty flavors you crave served over a bed of guilt-free zucchini pasta.
Spiced with fresh jalapeños and taco seasoning, and sprinkled with pepper jack cheese, turkey-stuffed peppers are a protein-packed, veggie-laden, hassle-free meal that everyone will love.
Made with lean turkey, hearty beans, and smoky fire-roasted chilis, this Slow Cooker Healthy Turkey Chili recipe has great flavor, is easy to make, and is ideal for feeding a crowd!
Greek-style turkey burgers are grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy garlic and dill tzatziki sauce. Protein packed and exploding with flavor, these Greek burgers are a healthy addition to any BBQ.
A protein-packed breakfast recipe, these maple and fennel infused breakfast sausage patties are made with lean ground turkey breast and are naturally gluten free.
This healthy turkey meatloaf with rosemary is a great alternative for those who want to eat less red meat. If you love meatloaf, then this recipe is for you!
Easy Healthy Asian Ground Turkey Lettuce Wrap Salad
Enjoy this Asian ground turkey lettuce wrap salad as a healthy and filling lunch or dinner recipe. You’re going to love how easy this salad is to make and how versatile it is (you can make this easy healthy Asian wrap salad with ground chicken or ground turkey and you can serve it as lettuce wraps or a salad.)
These protein-packed lettuce cups are made with ground turkey simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce made with garlic, ginger, lime juice and YOWZERS red chili peppers. They're crunchy, tangy and naturally low carb.
One bite of these Paleo Greek Stuffed Zucchini Boats and you’ll think you’ve landed yourself in the middle of the Mediterranean on a Greek island. They’re packed with classic Greek flavors from fresh oregano, earthy garlic, and rich tomato paste.
Ground Turkey Taco Meat is a simple but flavor-packed recipe that is ready to eat in 15 minutes or less! You’ll love the tender turkey meat full of taco seasoning, lime, and salsa!
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I love tamales. And before I get nay-sayers commenting on how this skillet tamale pie is not a traditional tamale; this recipe has everything you love about tamales except the time commitment to make them.
Low Calorie Buffalo Turkey Meatballs with Skinny Ranch Dressing
All the fabulous flavors of buffalo chicken wings in these bite size, skinny meatballs. Serve on the side with my skinny ranch dressing, for dipping. Each yummy meatball has only 37 calories, 1 gram of fat and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle Points. Happily, these meatballs freeze great. I like to divide them up and pack in pint size containers and freeze for several servings in the future.
Gluten free, slow cooker Greek Turkey Soup packs a ton of flavor in a healthy dish! It’s easy to make in a crockpot with ground turkey, sun dried tomatoes, spinach & chickpeas!
Hey there, I’m Liz Della Croce and I’m thrilled to have you here! My aim is to motivate and ignite your passion for cooking amazing meals for your loved ones. I believe in the power of real, wholesome ingredients that are bursting with flavor and won’t break the bank. Whether it’s a traditional Lebanese recipe from my family or a culinary creation from across the globe, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to discover that nutritious food can be exciting, affordable, and easy to prepare.
Absolutely love using ground turkey in recipes, these are all great ideas! And thank you so much for including two of my recipes (the lettuce wraps and the Asian ground turkey bowls – those are such faves in my house!)
I’m Liz Della Croce, a healthy food blogger dedicated to sharing nutritious, flavorful recipes made with seasonal ingredients and whole foods. Inspired by my Syrian and Jewish heritage, as well as my travels, I create easy dishes and practical tips to help you embrace a healthy lifestyle every day.
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